They steal $ 40 million in bitcoin on binance

Bitcoin is starting to come back somewhat in these weeks, but it is usual that when things go well for the cryptocurrency, some bad news arrives. This is the case now with this robbery at Binance, which is one of the largest cryptocurrency exchangers in the world. Since they have suffered a robbery worth 40.7 million dollars, as it has been known in the last hours.

$ 40 million in Bitcoin stolen from Binance

Although it is a small figure, if we consider the value of the operations that are handled on a daily basis, it makes clear that security continues to be an aspect in which it can be improved.

New theft of cryptocurrencies

Theft isn't the only thing to worry about in Binance, though. Since hackers also gained access to users' API keys, their two-step authentication codes, as well as personal information about themselves. An aspect that is undoubtedly worrying and that the CEO of the company has confirmed. A robbery in every way for the firm.

Without a doubt, the reputation of Binance is severely damaged after this robbery. Meanwhile, the value of Bitcoin has fallen after this theft was revealed on the well-known page. At the moment it is not known who is behind it.

The company has confirmed that they open an investigation, but we do not know if this will give results. It will be interesting to see what happens. Although security in the cryptocurrency market is something that can improve significantly.

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